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U.S. Gets Tough on Doping in Athletics

In recent years, the United States has come under criticism for a lax approach towards doping by Olympic athletes. But that's changed dramatically, as the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency has aggressively investigations against some of America's top track and field athletes. NPR's Tom Goldman reports.

U.S. Gets Tough on Doping in Athletics

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Cycling Star Armstrong Sues over Doping Charges

Cycling star Lance Armstrong is suing the authors and publishers of a new book, L.A. Confidential: The Secrets of Lance Armstrong, which alleges the five-time winner of the Tour de France has used performance-enhancing drugs. It's the latest in a series of such allegations Armstrong has faced over the years. NPR's Tom Goldman reports.

Cycling Star Armstrong Sues over Doping Charges

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Armstrong Denies Drug Claims in New Book

Lance Armstrong is strongly denying allegations in a new book that he used performance-enhancing substances in his pursuit of Tour de France championships. A former member of Armstrong's racing team says in the book that Armstrong asked her to dispose of a bag containing used syringes. Armstrong insists he has not used drugs, and his lawyers say they'll sue the book's authors. Hear NPR's Tom Goldman.

Armstrong Denies Drug Claims in New Book

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NBC Plans Record TV Coverage for Athens Olympics

NBC officials announce plans for what they are calling "historic" round-the-clock television coverage of the summer Olympics in Athens. NBC says it will use its broadcast and cable networks and high-definition programming to provide as much coverage as the last five Summer Olympics combined. NPR's Tom Goldman reports.

NBC Plans Record TV Coverage for Athens Olympics

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Track and Field Doping Development

High-profile American track and field athletes may be barred from competing in upcoming meets, possibly even this summer's Olympic games. The athletes have not failed drug tests, but the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency says it has documentary evidence linking them to the use of banned substances.

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Track and Field Doping Development

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Smarty Jones and the Jinx of 'Two Out of Three'

In five of the past seven years, a 3-year-old thoroughbred horse has won the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness, only to lose the Belmont Stakes and fail in the quest for racing's Triple Crown. This year, the talented and undefeated Smarty Jones has racing fans hoping and expecting that the jinx will be broken. No horse has won the Triple Crown since 1978. NPR's Tom Goldman reports.

Smarty Jones and the Jinx of 'Two Out of Three'

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Colorado Coach Back Despite Recruiting Scandal

The University of Colorado reinstates football coach Gary Barnett, ending a suspension during the athletic department's recruiting scandal. Barnett was suspended for comments he made about women alleging sexually assault by Colorado football players or prospects. The university says that despite sweeping changes, no one in the athletics department will be fired. NPR's Tom Goldman reports.

Colorado Coach Back Despite Recruiting Scandal

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Lawyer: Marion Jones Can Clear Herself

A lawyer for track superstar Marion Jones is presenting evidence purporting to show that Jones has not committed any doping infractions, proof that he says should clear her to compete for the U.S. Olympic team. U.S. anti-doping officials may seek to bar Jones from Athens even though she has not tested positive for steroids. NPR's Tom Goldman reports.

Lawyer: Marion Jones Can Clear Herself

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New-School Phys-Ed.: Aerobics, No Sports

NPR's Tom Goldman reports on an Illinois junior high school's successful new take on physical education. The classes place a higher priority on aerobic exercise and the health benefits of regular work-outs over organized sports. Still, schools statewide are balking at adopting the new approach.

New-School Phys-Ed.: Aerobics, No Sports

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U.S. Female Wrestler Aims for Olympic Medal

Patricia Miranda may be the best U.S. hope for a medal in the new Olympic event of women's wrestling. Her path to athletic success hasn't been easy; but her experiences have made her one of the best female wrestlers in the country. NPR's Tom Goldman reports.

U.S. Female Wrestler Aims for Olympic Medal

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Ceremonies Honor Pat Tillman

Several thousand people turned out in San Jose, Calif., Monday to honor Pat Tillman, the former NFL football player who turned down a multi-million dollar contract to enlist in the U.S. Army. Tillman was killed in action in late April in Afghanistan. Hear NPR's Tom Goldman.

Ceremonies Honor Pat Tillman

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Summer Olympics Insured Against Disaster

For the first time ever, the International Olympic Committee is taking out cancellation insurance. A $170-million policy will protect the IOC if the 2004 Summer Games in Athens are disrupted or cancelled due to a terror attack or natural catastrophe. The policy does not protect commercial sponsors or media organizations with broadcasting rights to the Olympics. NPR's Tom Goldman reports.

Summer Olympics Insured Against Disaster

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NFL Star Turned Ranger Dies in Afghan Firefight

Pat Tillman, a former NFL defensive back who spurned a multi-million dollar contract to join the U.S. Army, has been killed during a firefight in Afghanistan. Tillman enlisted in the Army's elite Rangers unit after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. NPR's Tom Goldman reports.

NFL Star Turned Ranger Dies in Afghan Firefight

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Walking -- Fast -- Toward an Olympic Dream

Many consider the 26-mile men's marathon to be the Summer Olympics' most grueling event. Olympic race walker Curt Clausen -- an athlete who must push through 50 kilometers in about four hours, without breaking into a run -- would disagree. NPR's Tom Goldman profiles Clausen.

Walking -- Fast -- Toward an Olympic Dream

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Court Blocks Clarett from NFL Draft

A federal appeals court temporarily blocks a lower court ruling that would have allowed former Ohio State standout Maurice Clarett and other young players to participate in this weekend's NFL draft. Currently, the NFL bars players from the draft until three years after high school graduation. NPR's Tom Goldman reports.

Court Blocks Clarett from NFL Draft

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